Japan is a land of great innovation but also steeped in tradition. Here are some of the aspects the traditional Japanese lifestyle, including diet, exercise and in general a way of life that should be the model of healthy living for the rest of the world....
This is interesting: A diet rich in starchy, processed carbs will pack pounds on both men and women . But, when it comes to heart disease, the same diet seems to be harder on women’s hearts than men’s, says Charlotte at The Great Fitness...
It’s been a long time since I started blogging and thinking about diet & fitness. I’ve seen lots of fads, bloggers, books, and techniques come and go. So, now that I’m the grand old age of *cough* late-thirties *cough*, it’s...
” Set a goal ,” it’s one of the most common recommendations given to people who want to lose weight, or improve their fitness. It’s good advice, too. Having a goal gives you something to reach for, and there’s just nothing...
Paying close attention to your diet is extremely important, especially as you begin a new exercise routine and choose to be healthier. You won’t lose weight without watching how much, of what types of food you eat every day, and what kinds of foods...
This is the time of year when many of my clients have a tough time sticking to their fitness goals….what do you do to start, stick to, and or create new habits to help fitness be apart of you busy holiday season? Go here to read the rest: [Forum]...
Fall is the perfect time to hike. There’s a cool breeze, the fallen leaves make the trail even softer, and once you reach the pinnacle, you’ll be amazed at the gorgeous foliage across the horizon. I love to try out new mountain trails, but...
Have you heard about the Twilight diet? At first I thought it was a term Twilighters – aka die-hard Twilight fans – used to describe their voracious appetites for all things Edward and Bella – books, movies, pictures, life-size Robert...
It takes about six weeks for a bonafide couch potato to see real results from a fitness program, though feeling the results starts to happen immediately. Unfortunately, many people just aren’t that patient, and quit long before they’ve really...
There’s a lot of buzz surrounding the launch of ” Children’s Fitness Magazine “, Rodale Press’ latest magazine endeavour (whose line-up includes Men’s Health, Women’s Health, and Prevention to name a few). The...



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